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Ah my foes and oh my friends. I'm baaack.

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My back! The pain in my back has had me crazy all day, and it's getting worse.

I couldn't imagine why it hurt so much on the trip home from the neurologist this morning. I took a couple Tylenol (paracetamol) as soon as I got here. I thought the pain would be gone by now. It's late night, and the pain in my back is pure agony.

Why can't I catch a break?

I made it to the neurologist today and had a bunch of tests done. I finally put it together that the tests the doc put me through did this to me. Trying to stand on one foot and tipping sideways into the wall. Attempting to walk, one foot directly in front of the other, and almost falling.

I hope this isn't gonna hang around... make itself at home. I've got enough problems thank you very much.

Send me well wishes, burn incense, light a candle. Whatever you've got I'll take.

This pain is so intense, I'm scared it'll be around for a while.

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Hi, I’m sorry you are experiencing so much pain. If any, I have FM where my hip bones hurt most when it flares up so I understand it’s the worst feeling anyone can endure. I don’t know if for your case, it is caused by inflammation or nerve pain to get the right treatment but I hope you can get some relief soon. Take care.

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Hi. Thank you! I'm sorry to hear how bad a flare up can be for you. When your hip hurts it makes all your movements painful. I hope you find answers.

I may have to learn about Fibro soon, as the doc suggested autoimmune problems as one of the possibilities causing my issues.

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Actually, FM is not an autoimmune disease, it does act like one though. It is a muscular skeletal problem. I need to see my Physical therapist every 2 weeks for at least 6 months to learn all the exercises to relax the muscle. He suggested me to get this Vibrating foam roller to relax the muscle. (For FM, we need to have moderate exercise, can’t just stay in bed). It’s a lifetime of coping unfortunately there is no cure. I hope you will get your answer from your neurologist and have effective treatment. Best wishes.

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I appreciate the information. Thanks.

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Dolphin14

I'm so glad you got there. Sounds like you were put through the ringer but you had the strength to get through it all. I'm proud of you❤️

My meditation prayer will be spoken in your honor.

"May you be happy, may you be healthy, may you be free from pain"

Good news???.... can I share??? I'm going next weekend to pick out my baby Herman. He will be ready to come home with me in September. Hope that puts a smile on your face. It's a big step for me to give my heart to a pet again.

You are strong you just don't know how much. Thinking of you.

❤️🐬

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Thank you! I like your prayer. I hope I can remember it to use myself.

Of course you can share good news. Baby Herman, a puppy? A kitty? Maybe a toad.

It is a big step. I understand, been there. I'm happy for you, and looking forward to pictures hopefully.

No, I don't know. I don't know how to start seeing it again.

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Dolphin14 in reply to Nothing_but_books

When do you get your results back? I know seeing positivity I hard for you. I understand that. We are all here for you.

Herman the hedge hog. I did invite you to the baby shower. Please be ready I will swim by to pick you up in September :)

❤️🐬

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No idea. I've got to get a few tests done on my own, then go back to the Neurologist and get several more. I'm kinda getting bombarded with tests for a while. I've been down this road before, so ya, I'm skeptical, but hopeful. The doc said she saw a lot more wrong with me than my foot pain I went in for. She's looking for a cause... so she says.

Oh my gosh that cute little guy I saw? I can't find his picture now... I didn't know he was coming home with you. Wow! You're gonna have a nighttime companion! That's so sweet. 🦔 + 🐬 = ❤️

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Hopefully getting some answers will lead to some treatment that can help you feel better. My fingers are crossed for a good outcome.

Yes my Herman. I'm afraid I'm going to lose him he's so small. He's nocturnal just like me.

Herman
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Nothing_but_books in reply to Dolphin14

Oh my gosh he's the cutest thing i ever saw!!

You're gonna have to invest in a lot of caffeinated fruits and veggies! Gotta keep those little eyes open.

I wanna hug him right now. I need a virtual snuggle screen... Oh my!

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Lol.... yes he is cute. This is just a hedge hog image. This is not mine but that's the color I want so I hope one has been born already and I can pick him out and wait till he's ready to leave his mother. I found a little car I'm going to get him so he can drive around the house.

I wish I could bring him over to you. I'm getting a purse travel back. Isn't this the funniest thing NBP?

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Nothing_but_books in reply to Dolphin14

Wait a minute... Are you serious? You're gonna carry the little guy around in a travel pack? Oh my that'll open some eyes!!!

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Serious 100%. He's going to be a hit wherever he goes. Traveling in style with his mama :)

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Add mama and you're good to go!

Too darn cute!
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That's adorable! That's going on my list of cute things

❤️❤️❤️❤️

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I don't know if I'll get in trouble for this, but I loved it too, so if you're interested, here it is:

amazon.com/YOGURTCK-Hamster...

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It's a link. You aren't trying to sell it. Should be fine and I'm going to add that to my basket. I love the little ears on it. Im going to put it in my shopping cart.

❤️🐬

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That's my favorite part. I love the ears.

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Yes...: great pick. I will tell Herman it's from Auntie NBP

I just bought it :) First gift for my new baby.

❤️🐬

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Thank you. 🥲 🦜

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❤️

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Herman needs his own post come September. It'll take down the whole forum! All the ooos and ahhs!

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Hahaha..... never know if there is someone else here that can give me tips.

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Sillysausage234

Keep on keeping on !

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Joe Dirt.... I know you don't know the movie.

❤️🐬

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Don’t know it …sounds like an American thing…..goodmorning dolphin 14 hope you are well ….proper fresh coffee bean time …..enjoy your day

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Dolphin14 in reply to Sillysausage234

Good Morning SS

Enjoy your proper coffee beans ☕️.

You might find Joe Dirt funny.

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Nothing_but_books in reply to Dolphin14

I could use a funny movie. Is it upsetting?

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No not at all. Joe Dirt is just silly stuff. Look him up

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👍 🦜

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dutchgirl71

Keep us posted when you get results back!

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Okay. I never thought of that. I guess I should ask the office to give me the results when they have them.

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I’m sure they will contact you.

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